bikefriday
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Manchester's Bike Friday happens on the last Friday of every month. . Whether you're new to cycling, returning to your bike after a break, or cycle every day, join us on our monthly rides (except December). Have fun, learn from others, and raise the profile of cycling. Rides take place on the morning of the last Friday of every month (except December). We ride at a moderate pace and have experienced ride leaders. It is entirely law-abiding - we do not try to slow down the traffic. All welcome (bring a bike). If you'd appreciate help with the ride home too, or are interested in pairing up with an experienced cyclist for your ride to work, contact us and we'll do our best to help. Bike Friday is coordinated with Greater Manchester Cycling Campaign. |
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Stretford Arndale to Exchange Square
Meet 8am at Stretford Mall next to the Chester Road bus stop (McDonald's has closed down). If it is more convenient you can join the ride on route anywhere along the A56 (after 8:10am approx.). map: starting point
Ride leaders: Richard and Joe
Chorlton Library to Exchange Square
Meet outside Chorlton Library (8.05am) or join the ride anywhere on Upper Chorlton Road (after approx. 8.10am). map: see starting point
Ride leaders: Rob and Pete
Withington Library to Exchange Square
Meet outside Withington Library at 8:00am and then progressing along Wilmslow/Oxford Road, passing Fallowfield Sainsburys (approx. 8:10am) and then Whitworth Park (approx. 8:20am). map: see starting point
Ride leaders: Ricky and Katy
Levenshulme Station to Exchange Square
Meet by the train station at 8:00am, the route follows Plymouth Grove and Oxford Road. map: see starting point
Ride leaders: Dick and Cat
Prestwich Pizza Express to Exchange Square
Meet outside Pizza Express on the Bury New Road where it meets Scholes Lane at 8:00am. The route runs straight down Bury New Road so you can join us en route. map: see starting point
Ride leaders: Jonathan and Liz
Exchange Square to Northenden
Meet at Exchange Square at around 8:45am. Via Fallowfield and Withington and West Didsbury.
Ride leader: Richard
November 09 Our Own Polar Bear
In the run up to the Copenhagen Climate Change conference, we raised awareness of the benefits of cycling in stopping climate change. Richard Morris (pictured on the right in both photos below) is cycling to the Copenhagen conference.
September 09 Bike FRIDAY and TUESDAY!
This month, because it is European In Town Without My Car Day, we're holding our rides on Tuesday (22nd September) as well as Friday (25th September). Please note though there the Stretford ride will NOT run on the Tuesday.
On the Tuesday, there will be free drinks and pasties for all participants. Join at one of the starting points, or at 8:30 in Exchange Square. We'll then be involved with the Car-Free games event run by Manchester and Salford City Councils. Here's a timetable of the day:08:00 - BIKE 'TUESDAY' rides, getting to Exchange Square at 8:30, with free drinks, pasties and bike checks
11.00 - MAIN EVENT START
Adult confidence cycle training to start, till 3pm
Giant inflatable's ready (bungee running, surf simulator)
Bike customisation workshop in Marquee
12.30 - Mass exercise class (run by Total First 20 mins - TBC)
13.00 - BMX/mountain bike stunt show (Keelan Phillips, BMX UK no1, British Cycling)
13.30 - Treeathlon racing (30 mins)
14.00 - Slowest bike over the line (a test of balance!)
15.00 - Event close
August 09 Destination Exchange Square
This month on Friday 28th August, there is a change to the meeting point in Manchester. All the rides into Manchester will convene at Exchange Square at around 8.30a.m. Exchange Square is just a couple of minutes down Cross Street from Albert Square.
Titchy Coffee Company, the cafe in the Triangle, have kindly offered Bike Friday participants a discount on coffee, tea and some foods.
And if it's your first time on a Bike Friday ride, you'll be entitled to a free tea or coffee from Titchy!
See below for details of the cycle rides.
August 09 Stretford Ride goes Weekly
Because this Metrolink route is closed in August, Bike Friday will be happening every Friday (instead of just the last Friday of the month) in Stretford. The rides leave from Stretford Mall next to the Chester Road bus stop (McDonald's has closed down) at 8am. This applies to the Stretford ride only, and only for August. Rides are normally on the last Friday of the month.
Coverage in the Messenger and
Trafford Council
July 09 Bike Friday Launch
Bike Friday launched on Friday 31st July. The launch event took place in Albert Square, Manchester (map) at 8:30am. It featured:
- BikeRight Dr Bike (get your bike a check up)
- refreshments (courtesy of Manchester City Council)
- information about cycling including maps and our Pocket Guide to Cycling
Many thanks to everyone who took part. Don't forget that it's a monthly event, so see you on 28th August!
interviews with people at the launch on On The Move
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get involved
come on a ride
All are welcome to come on a Bike Friday ride. See the list of rides below. If you have an idea for a ride that better fits your normal commute, please contact us.
spread the word
Join our Facebook group.
Please help publicise Bike Friday where you work or study. Download
flyer (A6) and
poster (A4).
get your employer on board
Bike Friday is supported by a growing number of employers in Greater Manchester. Ask your employer to sign up.
The purpose of Bike Friday is:
- to encourage commuters to use their bicycle to get to work
- to encourage employers to make it easier for their employees to cycle to work
- to make cycling visible to drivers and demonstrate that it's a viable way to get around;
- if you haven't cycled for a while, it's a chance to enjoy safety in numbers and learn from others who have more experience;
- to have fun.
It is entirely law abiding and does not attempt to stop or slow down traffic.
(NB Bike Friday used to be called Critical Commute)